Comparison

touch grass vs Snitch

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

touch grass

This app helps you break free from mindless scrolling by blocking distracting applications. It requires you to verify that you've touched real grass before allowing access, encouraging you to connect with nature and reduce screen time.

Highlights
  • Block apps until grass is touched
  • Computer vision for grass detection
  • Track screen time progress
  • Flexible unblock durations
  • Block unlimited apps (premium)
  • View screen time history (premium)
Features
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touch grass block your apps until you literally touch grass. tired of mindless scrolling? touch grass helps you reclaim your time by blocking your most distracting apps until you connect with nature. key features: - block distracting apps until you verify touching grass - smart grass detection using computer vision - track your screen time progress - flexible unblock durations for your lifestyle - monthly free skip when you need it premium features: - block unlimited apps and categories - view your screen time history - deeper insights into your usage patterns impact: 50% of all skip purchase profits support uk rewilding projects. reduce your screen time while helping restore natural habitats. how it works: 1. choose apps to block 2. when you want to use them, take a photo of grass 3. enjoy your apps, knowing you've stepped outside perfect for: - breaking phone addiction - building healthier habits - finding balance with technology - reconnecting with nature - mindful tech usage requirements: - iphone running ios 17 or later - a patch of grass (real ones only!) touch grass: end the screen addiction. terms of use: https://touchgrass.now/terms

About

Snitch

This app helps you break phone addiction by creating shared accountability with friends. Set app time limits and contribute to a group time pot, fostering collective responsibility for healthier screen time habits.

Highlights
  • Group accountability with shared time pot
  • App blocking via iOS Screen Time integration
  • Customizable app time limits
  • Group approval system for extra time
  • Progress tracking and peer support
Features
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Snitch helps you break phone addiction through group accountability. Join friends in accountability groups, set app time limits, and build healthier screen time habits together. KEY FEATURES: Group Accountability & Shared Time Pot Create or join accountability groups with friends. Each member contributes their personal time limit to a shared "pot of time" that the entire group can use. When one person uses time, everyone sees it—creating real accountability and peer support. App Blocking Snitch integrates with iOS Screen Time to block distracting apps when your time limit is reached. Set custom time limits for individual apps, and Snitch automatically locks them when you've used your allocated time. Unlock apps with a simple hold gesture, but your group will see when you do. Approval System Need more time for a specific app? Request approval from your group members. They'll see your request and can approve or deny it, adding an extra layer of accountability. WHY SNITCH WORKS: Unlike solo screen time apps, Snitch leverages social accountability. Research shows that accountability partners significantly increase success rates in behaviour change. When your friends can see your screen time habits, you're more likely to stick to your goals. The shared time pot creates collective responsibility—everyone benefits when everyone stays on track. Perfect For: Students who want to focus better and reduce social media distraction Friends who want to support each other in breaking phone addiction Professionals who need to stay focused during work hours How It Works: Download Snitch and create your account Set up app restrictions and time limits Create or join an accountability group Start sessions to unlock distracting apps Track your progress and support your group members Snitch makes breaking phone addiction a team effort. Instead of fighting your phone alone, join forces with friends and turn digital wellness into a shared journey. Download Snitch today and start building better screen time habits with the people who matter most. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy policy: https://docsend.com/view/uxgn2nk4gqd76evy

Screenshots

touch grass4 screens
Snitch4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: touch grass at 4.7 against Snitch's 4.1. touch grass also leads on ratings volume (3K vs 47) and review sentiment (76% vs 65%). Snitch's advantage is monetization model (free vs freemium). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. touch grass sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Snitch sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

touch grass holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: touch grass has 3K ratings behind it against 47, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 76% of touch grass's written reviews are positive against 65% of Snitch's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

touch grass ships an update every 2 weeks, Snitch every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
touch grass versus Snitch: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parametertouch grassSnitch
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (3K ratings) — better4.1 (47 ratings)
Positive reviews76.3% of reviews — better65.5% of reviews
Number of ratings3K — better47
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS18.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size77 MB63 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperRhys KentishSNITCH

Customer experience

touch grass

All ratings2,756 ratings
Positive91.9%
Neutral4.1%
Negative4.0%
Written reviews283 reviews
Positive76.3%
Neutral12.0%
Negative11.7%

Snitch

All ratings47 ratings
Positive72.3%
Neutral10.6%
Negative17.0%
Written reviews55 reviews
Positive65.5%
Neutral12.7%
Negative21.8%

Bugs and requests

touch grass

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Camera menu going black
  • Inconsistent app behavior after touching grass
  • Issues with app recognizing grass in certain conditions

Requested features

5 requests
  • More flexible scheduling options
  • Ability to block more than 2 apps in free version
  • Flashlight or low-light detection for night use
  • Expanded detection for different outdoor surfaces
  • Social features to share outdoor experiences

Snitch

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

17 purchases

touch grass

Subscriptions7
  • touch grass pro monthly$2.991 Month
  • tg pro weekly$3.997 Days
  • touch grass pro monthly$5.991 Month
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  • tg pro monthly$8.991 Month
  • tg pro black friday 2025$19.991 Year
  • touch grass yearly$49.991 Year
  • touch grass yearly7 Days trial$49.991 Year
One-time10
  • touch grass skip credit$0.99
  • 2 touch grass skip credits$1.99
  • 3 touch grass skip credits$2.99
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  • 4 touch grass skip credits$3.99
  • 5 touch grass skip credits$4.99
  • 6 touch grass skip credits$5.99
  • 7 touch grass skip credits$6.99
  • 8 touch grass skip credit$7.99
  • 9 touch grass skip credits$8.99
  • 10 touch grass skip credits$9.99
3 purchases

Snitch

Subscriptions2
  • Snitch Premium: Individual$2.991 Month
  • Snitch Premium: Group$7.991 Month
One-time1
  • Snitch Lifetime Premium$69.99

Questions

Is touch grass free?
touch grass is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Snitch free?
Snitch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, touch grass or Snitch?
touch grass is rated higher. touch grass averages 4.7 out of 5 from 3K ratings, while Snitch averages 4.1 from 47 ratings.
Do touch grass or Snitch have ads?
Neither touch grass nor Snitch shows ads.
Which is updated more often, touch grass or Snitch?
touch grass ships an update every 2 weeks, and Snitch every 10 days. Most recently, touch grass was updated on September 24, 2026 and Snitch on September 22, 2026.

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